44 ‘THE VANCOUVER BRIDE

Care of Plants

Most foliage plants require a soaking with water at least once a week as
well as the regular watering. Ferns need spraying; palms and rubber plants
should be sponged with mild soap and water every few weeks. A light, well
ventilated room is necessary to vigorous growth. Most blooming plants
should never become dry and they require daily watering. Do not allow a
plant to stand continually in water; the soil will sour and roots will rot.

_ Plant-pills to induce stronger growth, and insecticides which will destroy
insect life, are obtainable at all flower or seed stores, in convenient small
packages.

First Aid

Edited by Col. C. A. Hodgetts, M.D., D.P.H., C.M.G., Director-General,
St. John Ambulance Association

(Published by Permission of Canadian Branch, St. John Ambulance
Association.)

Abrasions (See Wounds).

Apoplexy :—Lay patient on his back. Slightly raise head and shoulders,
head on one side. Apply cold to head continuously. Promote warmth in
lower part of body. Do not move. No stimulants.

Apparent Drowning. Send for doctor. Loosen all tight clothing about
neck, chest and waist. Begin artificial respiration immediately.

IN CASE OF DROWNING OR ASPHYXIATION:
Call Fire Department, or Call Seymour 89.
Ask for Inhalator Crew
The St. John Ambulance Association Conduct Classes in First Aid
and Home Nursing. For Particulars Telephone the Office of the

Association. —:— Douglas 600